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The State Minister for Foreign Affairs of Bangladesh, Humayun Kabir, held a bilateral meeting with the Ambassador of France to Bangladesh, H.E. Jean-Marc Séré-Charlet, during a courtesy call at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The meeting took place on Thursday (September 17, 2026), where both sides reaffirmed their commitment to further strengthening the historical and friendly bilateral ties between Bangladesh and France. Detailed discussions focused on expanding two-way bilateral trade, boosting investment, enhancing cooperation in defense, aviation, education, culture, and human resource development, as well as coordinating on priority issues for the upcoming United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) session. Both…

The Pentagon’s direct military expenditures in the ongoing war with Iran have surpassed $38 billion, according to an assessment by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office (CBO). The agency warned that if hostilities continue at their current intensity, the US Treasury will face an additional operational drain of at least $3 billion or more every month. The CBO’s independent evaluation was released on Tuesday (September 15, 2026), citing reporting by the Associated Press. The report detailed that as of August 1, 2026, baseline military costs for the campaign had crossed $38 billion, with total projections subject to significant upward revisions depending…

The existing ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen remains active and intact, confirmed Mike Huckabee, the US Ambassador to Israel. This diplomatic communication was reported on Tuesday (September 15, 2026), citing the Qatar-based news agency Al Jazeera. During a press briefing, Ambassador Huckabee noted that the previously established understanding and ceasefire between Washington and the Houthi forces continue to hold. Addressing regional security, he stated: “While minor localized friction persists along the Saudi Arabia-Yemen border region, it has not escalated into a wider regional conflict across the Middle East—which is undoubtedly a positive sign.”…

Japan’s centenarian population has officially crossed the historic milestone of 100,000 for the first time. According to the latest statistics released by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, Japan currently boasts 107,677 citizens aged 100 or older—the highest figure recorded by any country worldwide. Women make up 88% of this total. Ministry data identifies Japan’s oldest living woman as 114-year-old Fuyo Kishimoto from Kyoto, while the oldest living man is 112-year-old Hikaru Kato from Kumamoto. Health Minister Kenichiro Ueno lauded the remarkable longevity and active lifestyles of such a large population segment as a triumph of modern medicine and…

To address rising demand in the foreign exchange market and maintain exchange rate stability, Bangladesh Bank has resumed selling US dollars to commercial banks after a gap of more than 14 months. Bank sources confirmed that this strategic intervention aligns with prevailing market conditions. According to authoritative central bank sources, a total of $11.50 million (1 crore 15 lakh) was sold to six commercial banks based on immediate liquidity demand. Central bank data shows that the average interbank exchange rate stood at BDT 123.35 per USD, up slightly from BDT 123.20 on the previous trading day. Surge in global crude…

Prominent television playwright and director Maruf Hossain Sajib has passed away. He breathed his last at his residence in Uttara, Dhaka, at 5:00 AM on Tuesday (September 15, 2026). He was 40 years old. Fellow directors, actors, and media colleagues confirmed his passing. Family members and colleagues stated that his Namaz-e-Janaza (funeral prayer) was held after the Zuhr prayer at the Sector 12 Cemetery in Uttara, where he was subsequently laid to rest. Expressing deep grief over Sajib’s sudden demise, fellow director Mursalin Shuvo shared that Sajib had been suffering from heart ailments for a long time. He underwent complex…

A crude bomb (cocktail) exploded directly outside the main entrance of the Supreme Court, shortly after the International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) sentenced seven absconding leaders—including former Awami League General Secretary Obaidul Quader—to death for crimes against humanity committed during the July–August mass uprising. The explosion occurred on Tuesday afternoon (September 15, 2026), right in front of the gate primarily used by the Chief Justice and other senior judges. Coming just minutes after the landmark tribunal verdict, the blast triggered widespread panic across the apex court premises and surrounding areas. Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) footage retrieved immediately after the incident shows two…

Education Minister A. N. M. Ehsanul Hoque Milon has issued a strict directive to immediately halt the collection of illogical and excessive fees from National University students. He emphasized that converting universities into revenue-generating enterprises by charging students exorbitant fees will not be tolerated under any circumstances. The Education Minister made these remarks as the chief guest at the ‘National University Scholarship and Vice Chancellor Award Ceremony’ held at the International Mother Language Institute auditorium in Segunbagicha, Dhaka, on Tuesday (September 15, 2026). Addressing the audience, the Minister asserted that the current government aims to tackle the nation’s unemployment crisis…

The International Crimes Tribunal (ICT) has sentenced seven high-profile political figures, including Obaidul Quader, General Secretary of the banned Awami League, and Saddam Hossain, Central President of Chhatra League, to death for crimes against humanity and authorizing indiscriminate gunfire targeting students and civilians during the July–August 2024 mass uprising. On Tuesday (September 15, 2026), a three-member judicial panel of ICT-2, led by Chairman Justice Nazrul Islam Chowdhury, officially delivered the verdict in the case. All seven convicted individuals are currently absconding. The five other individuals awarded the death penalty are: A. F. M. Bahauddin Nasim – Joint General Secretary, Awami…

The tentative schedule for the Union Parishad (UP) elections announced last Monday by the Election Commission (EC) is not final, Election Commissioner Anwarul Islam Sarkar clarified on Tuesday (September 15, 2026). He emphasized that the comprehensive dates and operational framework for the local government polls will be finalized during an inter-ministerial meeting scheduled for Thursday (September 17, 2026). Speaking to media representatives, Commissioner Sarkar explained the EC’s official position following reports of a lack of coordination and reservations expressed by the Ministry of Local Government regarding the initially announced timeline. Earlier on Tuesday morning, State Minister for Local Government Mir…